IT Career Guide

From Factory Worker to IT Professional

A guide for factory and production line workers considering a move into IT in the UK, covering transferable skills, realistic salary and the practical route in.

Factory work builds real discipline: following process precisely, working reliably to a consistent standard under time pressure, and solving problems fast when a line goes down. That reliability and process discipline is exactly what IT support teams need, and no prior IT background is expected.

What you need to know

Process discipline and reliability under time pressure are genuine, valued IT support qualities
No degree or previous IT background required, the course starts from zero IT experience
Entry-level IT support salaries typically start around £23,000 to £29,000
Weekend-only training fits around shift patterns without needing to leave your job first
Most students complete the 3-month course and start applying within weeks of finishing
Weekend only
Sat & Sun schedule
Small cohorts
Max 8 students
20 AI tools
Included free

Ready to start?

The September 2026 cohort is now enrolling. Small cohorts fill fast.

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